Stella believed in love—not just the butterflies and sweet words, but the sacrifices, the long nights, and the quiet support that never made headlines.
When Clinton struggled after university, she carried them both—paying rent, covering bills, and even giving him her savings to start his architectural design business.
Her reward? Success. For Clinton. And someone else—Angie.
As Clinton’s company rises, largely due to Angie’s powerful connections and influence, so does the pressure. Angie wants more than business—she wants a relationship. Clinton finds himself caught in a web of gratitude, ambition, and emotional betrayal.
How do you tell the woman who opened every door that you love someone else? And how do you stay loyal to the woman who built your foundation, when another holds the keys to your future?
Understanding Girlfriend is a stirring tale of loyalty, ambition, and emotional integrity. Chinedu Nnadi explores the cost of choosing love over leverage, and the strength it takes to stand by the one who stood by you—especially when success tempts you to forget. This is not just Stella’s story. It’s a story for anyone who has ever given everything for love and prayed that it would be enough.
Chinedu Nnadi is an acclaimed novelist and cultural historian, known for his dynamic range spanning high-octane electrifying political, psychological and romantic thrillers and the timeless magic of African folklore. A former advocate for social and political justice, he brings raw authenticity and gripping suspense to his novels, drawn from a deep understanding of global politics and covert operations. As a leading expert in African oral traditions, myths, and legends, Chinedu also dedicates his work to preserving Africa’s narrative heritage. Through his writing, he captures the spirit of silent warriors and ancient storytellers alike—ensuring their voices resonate across continents and generations.